Ravens Acquire Diontae Johnson from Panthers

The Baltimore Ravens have acquired wide receiver Diontae Johnson from the Carolina Panthers in exchange for a fifth-round draft pick, while also receiving a sixth-round pick from Carolina. Johnson, who has 30 receptions for 357 yards and three touchdowns this season, joins a Ravens team led by quarterback Lamar Jackson, who is having an exceptional passing season. This trade marks Johnson's second move in 2024, having been traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Panthers before the season. The Ravens aim to bolster their receiving corps with Johnson, pairing him with Zay Flowers and Rashod Bateman to enhance their offensive options. Meanwhile, the Panthers, sitting at 1-7, continue to restructure their team, possibly in preparation for future seasons. This move is part of a broader trend of active trades in the NFL, particularly among wide receivers, as teams position themselves ahead of the trade deadline.